In its first-ever World Cup final appearance, Germany completes an ideal season by winning a historic title.
MANILA, Philippines – Germany finished off its improbable run at the FIBA World Cup by taking home the coveted Naismith Trophy.
Following a thrilling 83-77 victory over Serbia on Sunday, September 10 at the Mall of Asia Arena, Germany won the World Cup for the first time in the country’s history.
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Before a crowd of 12,022 people, Dennis Schroder scored 28 points and oversaw a crucial third quarter as the Germans established a double-digit lead before holding off the Serbians’ rally to end their unbeaten streak.
With an 8-0 record, Germany finished their World Cup campaign and extended the run of unblemished teams winning the tournament for a fifth consecutive time since 2006.
